Gourmet Trips

Back in the late 1980's we were sitting around camp one evening talking about how good food tasted in the outdoors. Some said it was the fresh air. Some said it was because of the physical work of being outside. And some said it was pure imagination.

So, we decided to test that theory. First, we found a crackerjack Chef by the name of Francois Maeder who owns Crumpet's Restaurant in San Antonio. Then, we persuaded Francois (we call him "Frankie") to help us settle this argument by preparing a fresh, "made in the outdoors gourmet meal" using our camp stoves, dutch ovens and other river utensils.

And you know what? Chef Maeder's food was the best chow we have ever eaten (indoors or out) this side of Mama. So good in fact, that we've been putting these gourmet river shows on now for over 30 years!

But don't take our word for it. Check out Southern Living's opinion on Francois' food - they like it so much they've been on about a zillion trips with us! Even better, come check it out for yourself. We've got a bunch of trips lined up for the fall. But be warned, you'll go home heavier than when you left!

Since river flows are largely regulated by seasonal rainfall and dam releases from Mexico, our ability to predict water levels too far in advance is limited. When planning your multi-day trip on the Rio Grande, please understand that the canyon we float through is subject to the vagaries of those river flows. This trip will be conducted in rafts.